A wet Autumnal Saturday night on Salford Quays was lit up by over 400 neon clad walkers raising money for The Christie at the Night of Neon, which Pennine Events organised on behalf of the highly respected charity.

 

The evening began with a packed entertainment programme featuring local singer/songwriter Olly Jacob followed by Tommy Dobson and The Wonder Years, the Virgin Active Crew and the PE Teachers of the Bread & Butter Company. The latter got the walkers warmed up, sides splitting and ready for the off.

 

All of the walkers completed 2 laps of a picturesque route we had designed through the architectural landmarks of Salford Quays. Starting from outside The Lowry Theatre they passed by Old Trafford, The Imperial War Museum and the stunning new Media City in high and bright spirits – we don’t think there’s ever been so much loud, bright clothing on display in one place before - and didn't let the wet conditions dampen their enthusiasm. A grand finale of fire juggling, more music from Tommy Dobson and The Wonder Years and Bread & Butter in the guise of School Dinner Ladies welcomed the walkers into the finish, ensuring the event shone right through to the end.

 

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